Business Systems Analyst III

Precision Castparts Corp.; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. seeks a senior Business Systems Analyst to bridge business stakeholders and technical teams, driving ERP and quality system implementations and continuous improvement across enterprise applications.

You will lead medium-to-large projects, align stakeholders, and recommend technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency. You will provide ERP/Quality system support, define requirements, document artifacts, and collaborate on roadmaps while ensuring training and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, business, engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven to ten years of experience in business systems analysis, ERP implementations, and process improvements.
• Experience leading medium-to-large cross-functional projects and gathering/documenting requirements.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, integrations, reporting platforms, and data security considerations.
• Ability to develop process maps, use cases, functional specs, and other analysis artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to drive ERP/Quality system implementations and improvements.
• Analyze current-state and future-state processes to identify automation and standardization opportunities.
• Develop project plans and manage execution across stakeholders, vendors, and partners.
• Define technology roadmaps with business leadership and ensure alignment with strategy.
• Provide training and documentation for system users and maintain reference manuals.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Presentation skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Enterprise integrations and APIs

Cloud-based business applications

SQL databases (Oracle, SQL, PL/SQL, MS SQL)

ETL and data integration technologies

Job description

Serves as a senior liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to analyze business processes, define solution requirements, lead system implementations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across enterprise applications. Provides leadership for medium-to-large projects, facilitates stakeholder alignment, and recommends technology solutions that improve operational efficiency and support strategic business objectives.

1. Provide business analysis and technical support for ERP, Quality and ancillary data collection systems that are integrated with ERP and Quality Systems.

2. Apply broad working knowledge of ERP / Quality system standards, technologies, and methodologies to the definition and implementation of business systems or functions.

• Consult and interface with division management to define and document system objectives.
• Facilitate requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, document, and validate business, functional, and system requirements.
• Develop process maps, use cases, functional specifications, and other analysis artifacts supporting solution delivery.
• Analyze current-state and future-state business processes and identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Determine program specifications or processes to achieve stated requirements.
• Test programs or system processes for adherence to stated requirements.
• Research the output requirements and business transactions to identify source data, processing logic, data security needs, system controls, and interfaces related to planning, program specifications, and system operation.
• Analyze business and operational data to identify trends, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improved decision making.
• Collaborate with business leaders to define key performance indicators and reporting requirements.
• Document the implemented system to include a reference manual for the system and the required business practices/procedures.
• Provide appropriate levels of training for system users.

3. Develop project plans and manage project execution.

• Lead medium-to-large application and business process improvement initiatives from requirements gathering through implementation and post-production support.
• Coordinate project activities among business stakeholders, technical resources, vendors, and third-party partners.
• Manage medium-to-large projects.
• Schedule and conduct project meetings with users and management.
• Direct subsystem activities that include consulting, design review, status reporting, implementation reviews and acceptance of results.
• Define issues, develop alternatives, determine impacts, and make recommendations.
• Prepare and present project proposals.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and reports variances.
• Evaluate implemented solutions to ensure intended business benefits are achieved and identify opportunities for further optimization.

4. Consult with Business and MIS Management on strategic directions.

• Partner with business leadership to develop technology roadmaps and recommend solutions aligned with organizational strategy.
• Provide subject matter expertise regarding enterprise systems, integrations, reporting solutions, and business process improvements.

5. Contribute to the applications development standards and procedures at the department and division level.

6. Off-shift and weekend application and systems support.

• Support change management activities including stakeholder communications, user acceptance testing, training, and user adoption efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of business application design, implementation, integration, and support including HR, manufacturing, quality, finance, data collection, EDI, and cloud-based ETL solutions.
• Seven to ten years of experience in business systems analysis, enterprise application support, ERP implementations, and business process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience leading medium-to-large cross-functional projects.
• Experience gathering and documenting business and functional requirements.
• Experience facilitating workshops, stakeholder meetings, and requirements sessions.
• Experience supporting ERP, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related business processes within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting enterprise ERP platforms in manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Experience in project management approaches in a complex manufacturing environment. Ability to execute projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of the following environments or software:
  • ERP systems
  • Enterprise integrations and APIs
  • Cloud-based business applications
  • Business intelligence and reporting platforms
  • SQL databases
  • ETL and data integration technologies
  • Databases: Oracle, SQL, PL/SQL, MS SQL
• Familiarity with software development methodologies, integration technologies, and modern programming frameworks.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidentiality and ability to discern how and when information should be shared.
• Ability to support critical business operations and respond to high-priority issues when necessary.
• Ability to be flexible with shifting business priorities.
• Preferred Certifications:
  • APICS Certification
  • CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional)
  • PMP or equivalent project management certification
  • Agile or Scrum certification
  • Lean Six Sigma certification

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.